Nurse Manager at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Nurse Manager

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

691007 - Abilene Middleton Unit

Position Description

Supervises and delegates nursing care to members of the health care team. May perform care based on staffing needs. Functions within legal scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organization and practice setting. Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates patient care services. Individual(s) in this position generally assist the Assistant Director of Nurses. Provides supervision and direction to subordinate nursing staff to ensure a safe, efficient, and professional environment.

Requisition ID

39724BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department

Major/Essential Functions

• Monitors communication of patient data using Electronic Health Record to support decision-making for delivery of optimal patient care.


• Ensures nursing staff are properly educated and supervised to perform job functions.


• Investigate quality of care concerns


• Support the goal of the unit by attending meetings and sharing the information with the staff in regular staff meetings.


• Personally assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in EMR


• Performs investigation of accidents/injuries and generates occurrence reports for unexpected outcomes.


• Assist to assure that the unit is staffed with adequate numbers of appropriately trained licensed nurses.


• Responds to all request in a timely manner as required.


• Assist in planning, coordinating, directing management functions for the unit.


• Other duties as assigned

About Managed Care:

Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-based culture in all we do. You can learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care by visiting our website HERE.



This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the Values of TTUHSC:

• ONE TEAM: Unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our mission


• KINDHEARTED: Exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping hands, and a positive attitude


• INTEGRITY: Be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is looking


• VISIONARY: Nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit


• BEYOND SERVICE: Create and deliver positive defining moments

Take care of yourself and your family. Enjoy some of the best benefits in the state of Texas:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package


• Training


• Continuing Education


• Loan Forgiveness Program


• Retiree Insurance


• Paid Leave


• Leadership Program


• State Pension

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Abilene

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous correctional experience

Campus

HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care

Department

Abilene Middleton Unit

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Job Group

Health Care Professional

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications


Education: Graduate from an approved accredited nursing program.

License/Certification: * Current license as a Registered Nurse as approved by the Texas Board of Nursing or have the ability to transfer RN license to Texas. * CPR certified. 

Experience: Four years related experience.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website. Apply Now